MedInnovate

What is MedInnovate?

As a centre located in Munich, MedInnovate aims at establishing a European hub for medical innovation and entrepreneurship in MedTech. With fellowship programs and strong support, the overall goal is to develop the future leaders in innovation of medical technologies.

Why MedInnovate?

Filling the gap

MedTech is highly dependent on SME sector

Needs-driven innovation (market pull) proven to be successful in healthcare

Limited support for early innovation and ideation in Germany

Need for facilitiaton of entrepreneurship & promotion of leaders in MedTech

Building on existing competence

High excellence in clinical and technical research

Support by networks and governmental programs

Existing needs-driven programs with high international success

Interaction between research, industry and clinical practice

What is MedTech?

Products to diagnose, monitor or treat diseases or medical conditions of humans

Focus on improvement of healthcare

Earlier diagnosis and less invasive treatment

Reduction of hospital stays and rehabilitation time

MedTech is multi-disciplinary

Medical background

Technological foundation

Design and user input

Business and marketing planning

Consistent Innovation as the Key to Success

Key Facts of MedTech in Germany

About one third of developed products are in a lifecycle of less than 3 years